Francolin Cottage is a secluded bush house and an intimate home located within the Great Rift Valley Lodge compound in Lake Naivasha, Nakuru County, Kenya - Francolin Cottage offers a beautiful Self-Catering cottage with stanning views of the Lake Naivasha and the Great Rift - Francolin Cottage rates as one of the most luxurious Self Catering Cottages in Kenya because the Self catering cottage is a serviced cottage and a fully furnished house - Francolin Cottage comfortably sleeps 7 people with 2 double bedrooms, a twin bedroom and a single bedroom, at Francolin Cottage we offer a choice of a self-catering home with a fully equipped kitchen and barbecue area to ensure all your culinary requirements are easily met, alternatively if you prefer to kick back and relax our Chef David and Housekeeper will make sure that your needs are taken care of and fine dining is also available at the Great Rift Valley Lodge a short walk away. Welcome to Francolin Cottage, we are a family-run, self-catering house in the heart of the great valley lodge, we are located in an idyllic peaceful setting, perfectly positioned for access to the Lake Naivasha, hiking trails amenities and attractions which make us an ideal holiday retreat, our furnished cottages has been carefully furnished with a luxurious style that makes them feel quite special and definitely memorable. Francolin Cottage has a romantic feel and is popular with honeymoon holidays couples. The impressive King size beds makes it perfect for honeymoon, however the cottage can comfortably sleep 7 if required. Francolin Cottage is very spacious and comfortable, it has a homely look and feel, it’s a perfect space to fully relax in, the French doors open onto the private patio and the lake and green expanse of the gardens plus woods, Francolin Cottage is pet friendly and has wheelchair access, the Francolin Cottage enjoy a fairy-tale setting, we are surrounded by fields where the local farmers graze their cows, sheep and horses and have our own woods, there is a secure parking right outside the cottages, free Wifi internet and a good phone signal and we have access to the Great Rift valley Lodge swimming pool. Francolin Cottage is a hidden gem – perfect for anyone keen to get away from it all, it is the definition of quiet rural tranquility, the self catering cottage is surrounded by rolling hills, there are dozens of footpaths and trails to be explored right from the front door and the cottage is dog friendly so perfect for a relaxing getaway with your pooch, the 30 acre grounds are accessed through a secure gate and the cottage is found hidden away at the end of a short, green, leafy road, Relax, destress and step into the natural calming atmosphere of Francolin Cottage, where you will experience feelings of peace, tranquility and comfort. Here you can soak up the ambiance of the rural seclusion of Naivasha, Nakuru County the Kenya first designated area of outstanding natural beauty. All self-catering cottages have been immaculately transformed to provide you and your loved ones a rural base in which to explore the local Nakuru area, as well as featuring all the modern conveniences required to enjoy a comfortable stay. Just look at the views! Enjoy the luscious garden and the wildlife that visit. Dik Dik, Impala, Bush buck and even Zebras enjoy browsing in the garden and our bird table attracts attention from colorful Lovebirds, Francolin’s, Ibis’s, Guinea fowl and many others. Later fire-up the barbecue and enjoy outdoor dining or chill with a Hifi system, free WIFI and a Smart 55inch TV with movie channels and Live int'l Sports events, on the evenings get comfortable around the fireplace before retiring to the super comfortable beds all fitted with Egyptian cotton sheets and duvets, Lake Naivasha Restaurants including The Ranch House aka La Pieve and Camp Carnelly's are definitely worth a visit although the journey can be a little arduous

Francolin Cottage Amenities

Unique and atmospheric cottages to relax in.
The cottages are nestled in 13 acres of woodland and grassland, surrounded by wildlife and nature.
The only sounds are birds at night and the wildlife in the morning.
No light pollution - delightful star gazing.
After a long day relax your muscles in bathroom with stunning views.
Enjoy a glass of wine on your private patios with beautiful estuary and sunset views.
Private and secure parking. Internet and good phone signal.
Owner supervised and family run. We are here to help you have a fabulous holiday.
Utility room, Bikes for rental and outdoor games available for guests.
Wheelchair access.
Not far distance to Naivasha supermarkets and grocery stores, ATM, restaurants, pubs.
Feels peaceful and remote, secluded and hidden away at the end of a leafy lane.
Surrounded by nature and countryside.
Comfortable cottages with a unique atmosphere and a luxurious feel.
Perfect for sports. Close to golf course, riding stables, excellent hikes, the best fishing, mountain biking trails and much more...

Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha is a popular holiday destination for tourists, who come to see the lake's abundant wildlife and enjoy many outdoor activities like a boat safari. The lake is home to over 1500 hippos and 400 species of birds, which makes it a haven for birdwatchers. In addition to its wildlife, Lake Naivasha is also known for its beautiful scenery. Lake Naivasha is a large freshwater lake located at an altitude of 1884 meters above sea level, which makes it the highest large lake in Kenya. It’s popular for its high population of hippos and birdlife. From Chui Lodge, you can reach the lake within 20 minutes and i highly recommend doing a boat safari on Lake Naivasha. Chui lodge also offers a two-lake experience, where you not only visit Lake Naivasha, but also the connected volcanic crater lake, named Lake Oloidien. It's a community project - Chui Lodge is the product of the local community coming together. Made from bush, stone and wood all sustainably sourced from within the sanctuary - every piece of furniture at the lodge was made with care at the on-site workshop and is completely unique. Incredible views - Each cottage comes with its own veranda, offering breathtaking views of the Rift Valley escarpment. Lounge in the swimming pool and look out over the watering hole where giraffes come to drink. It's environmentally friendly - Not only is the lodge made from naturally sourced materials, but the expert chefs use ingredients sourced from Chui Lodge's very own organic fruit and vegetable farm. The accommodation is split into eight individual and spaced-out luxurious cottages with incredible views of the Rift Valley. Five are standard rooms and three are deluxe rooms - all rooms are en suite. The deluxe rooms have their very own lounge areas, each with a unique view of the surrounding wilderness. Some overlook the lush gardens towards the pond and others have spectacular views of the wildlife in front of the lodge. Each room is completely unique in design, furnished with magnificent four-poster king-size beds made of olive wood, roaring log fires, and stunning decor. Also available is Chui House - a four-bedroom house situated on the wildlife corridor overlooking Mula Hill and Oserengoni Wildlife Sanctuary and is a self-catered home away from home. There are two beautifully decorated double en suite bedrooms as well as 2 twin en-suite bedrooms which can become doubles if need be. Chui House boasts a spacious but cosy lounge fitted with a fireplace and dining area connected to the courtyard and veranda, with views over the garden towards the wildlife sanctuary. Take time in the afternoon to relax under the Acacia trees, explore the manicured garden or sip a glass of wine whilst watching giraffes drink at the waterhole below. Chui Lodge has professionally trained chefs on-site to prepare a delicious array of food for you during your stay. All ingredients used are sourced from their organic fruit and vegetable farm. Dine on your four-course meal by a log fire or under the stars, listening to the sound of the African bush. Whether you're enjoying a family meal or a romantic private dinner, the lodge can cater to every atmosphere. Considered Naivasha’s best-kept secret, Chui Lodge offers very comfortable accommodation in a spectacular location! It’s an excellent option for travellers seeking something special in the Rift Valley region. Chui Lodge is one of two properties situated within the Oserengoni Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary was established by Hans and June Zwager and their son Peter in 1995, with the joint aim of conserving the area’s wildlife and managing human–wildlife conflicts to enable both local communities and animals to thrive. Chui combines well with a safari in the Maasai Mara or Amboseli National Park – please contact one of our experts to discuss your options! The accommodation at Chui is usually booked on a full-board basis and the lodge is open throughout the year. Chui Lodge is a 2.5-hour drive from Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, or a twenty-minute flight from Nairobi. It’s an easy drive from Nairobi and the road conditions are good, although the last stretch is a bit bumpier because of potholes. The Oserengoni Wildlife Sanctuary surrounding Chui Lodge was created in the mid-1990s with the sole purpose of giving the resident wildlife a place of safety and refuge. To keep illegal cattle grazers out of the sanctuary and wildlife from straying into the farmlands, the sanctuary is surrounded by electric fences. The wildlife is still able to move freely between the neighboring Hell’s Gate National Park and the lake shore by way of wildlife corridors, which are areas that act as a safe transition zone for migratory animals. This stimulates constant movement throughout the localized ecosystem. Within the private 18,000-acre Oserengoni Wildlife Sanctuary you can find over 50 mammal species including leopard, hyena, wildebeest, hartebeest, waterbuck, eland, Grevy’s zebra, buffalo, Impala, dikdik and giraffes. Lions occasionally use the wildlife corridors but never stay too long in the area. The sanctuary also has various birds! Apart from the smaller birds, we spotted for example the African Fish Eagle, Somali Ostrich, Secretary bird, and vultures.

How to Get to Naivasha

Lake Naivasha is easily accessible via flight and road. Travelling to Lake Naivasha depends on which route you choose to travel from. Via Air: The closest international airport is the Nairobi Airport or the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport through which most visitors come to Lake Naivasha. Some of the airlines that operate here are Kenya Airways, Egypt Air, Emirates, Air Arabia, Lufthansa, KLM, South African Airways and many others. Naivasha is located about 2-hours away from Nairobi. The fastest way to get to Naivasha is through private means. Visiting Naivasha is the perfect excuse to go on a road trip. You can either use the Old Naivasha route from Nairobi, which passes by Maai Mahiu or the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway. If using public means, board a matatu from Accra Road in Nairobi CBD, fares start from Kshs.400 per person. Alternatively, you can take the SGR passenger train to Suswa and connect to Naivasha through public means. I’d highly recommend the former options though.

Best Time to Visit Lake Naivasha

You can explore the best of Lake Naivasha throughout the year with it pleasing climatic condition. Talking about the best time to visit Lake Naivasha, the months from June to October are considered as the best time to travel around, exploring the wildlife and the scenic beauty. These are the summer season with hot days but bearable situation for a safari. The winters are even considered ideal for the tour of Lake Naivasha as the climate is cold and pleasing. However, there may be a little rain but overall, the temperature is ideal for an excursion to Lake Naivasha.

Hells Gate National Park

Hell’s Gate National Park is staggeringly beautiful. The Lion King based their interpretation of Africa on this park, its towering crags, deep riverine canyons, acres of savannah, obsidian caves, hot springs and volcanic activities make this small park a hit with photographers and nature enthusiasts. It’s one of the few parks in Kenya where you can cycle or walk freely. Hell’s Gate National Park has no elephant, lion or leopard, so hire a bike at the gate and spend your day meandering through the scenery. Hell’s Gate has a fabulously scenic canyon through which you can hike. Used as a location for many films (see it in Tomb Raider) the walls have been carved by water over millennia and twist and turn deep through the rock. The hike can be done without a guide, but it is better to pay the local Maasai to walk you through. Do not enter the canyon if it has rained recently, as people have died in flash floods.

Sanctuary Farm

Sanctuary Farm is now somewhat smaller than it used to be thanks to the rising lake, but it still commands over 400 acres of wildlife conservancy. Sanctuary Farm is an excellent place to ride horses in Naivasha. Horse riding at Sanctuary Farm allows you to ride alongside zebra, giraffe, impala, gazelle, waterbuck and other animals. The wildlife is less afraid of the horses, so you can get close to them without scaring them off. If you aren’t keen on riding, then you can hire bikes, go on a guided walk, or even take a nighttime game drive in one of the open-top safari vehicles.

Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

You are here to spend time with Lake Naivasha, so Boating in its freshwater must be your top-end activity. You can take a boat ride for 6500KES ($35) per boat that can hold up to 7 persons. So, if you can make a group of seven, the cost will be much reduced to 500KES. The Boating time will be from one hour to two hours. You can see a different perspective of the town from the lakeside and spot the flora and fauna of the Great Rift Valley. You can spot many groups of Hippos while boating near to them. Furthermore, you can go to Crescent Island by boat too. Lake Naivasha is a beautiful lake full of birds and hippos. A Lake Naivasha boat trip is highly recommended. You will most likely spot hippos, herons, pelicans and dozens of other birds. With a little luck, you can even see a lost flamingo. These animals used to be found in Lake Naivasha, but due to the rise in water levels, they have been migrated to neighboring lakes such as Lake Nakuru and Lake Baringo.

A day Visit to Crescent Island

Crescent Island is a small private island in Lake Naivasha. It is a peninsula and it is among the cool things to visit this island. Again, here you can find many wild animals like Zebras, Giraffes, and Impalas. It is also one of those places in Kenya where you can walk through between Zebras, Giraffes, and other animals. The island is also ideal for activities such as hiking, biking, walking, and weekend retreats. However, at present, it is accessible only from Waterside. It has an entry fee of 60$

Spotting Wild Animals

This is the activity for which you come to Lake Naivasha. Imagine you were sitting beside your Lake Naivasha Hotel and spotted bloat of hippos. Most of the campsites leave a place beside the lake for hippos. So, it is common sightseeing of hippos, especially in the evening. Alternatively, you can spot different species of Monkeys. Especially the black and white Colobus are jumping around from tree to tree. Moreover, you can spot Zebras, Giraffes, Warthogs, Impalas, and wild Buffalos at Hell’s gate and at Crescent Island.

Entrance Fee to Lake Naivasha?

There is no entrance fee to Lake Naivasha. However, you have to pay a 20$ entrance fee to Hells Gate which is about 4km to Lake Naivasha.

Other Important Places Near Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha is an important place in the Great Rift Valley and an ultimate destination for bird-lovers in the early months of the year. Above all, you can visit many other spots of the same or variable nature if you like lakeshores. An important and biggest lake in the region is Lake Nakuru, about 70km from Lake Naivasha and 160km from Nairobi. It is famous for millions of pink flamingos here. Lake Elementiata is another prominent lake that is about 40km from Lake Naivasha. Nowadays, it is the major hub of birds. In recent years, due to the change of water level in Nakuru/Naivasha, most of the birds migrated to lake Elmentieta. The Lake Bogoria is another lake that lies in the north of Kenya. It is located further ahead of Lake Nakuru. Furthermore, you can combine Lake Naivasha with the Masai Mara Safari option too.

Lake Naivasha Cottages – Reservation

Modern life has become increasingly and inescapably noisy, need to get away from it all? The cottages are perfect for some proper peace and quiet, are you looking for a self-catering cottage where you can immerse yourself in the joy of tranquility and calm? Put in your earplugs, tune off the noise, then look for our self-catering cottages for some proper peace and quiet. Our lake Naivasha Cottages with Lake views offer more than just stunning vistas; some come with luxurious amenities like infinity pools, outdoor kitchens and private docks, your ideal Lake Naivasha Cottage is just a click away-our Cottages in Lake Naivasha are a dream come true. Take a well-earned break hat our cottage in Lake Naivasha to immerse yourself in unspoilt, timeless landscapes and to be uplifted and thrilled by a level of quiet rarely found these days. If you were asked to close your eyes and describe the most idyllic countryside cottages you could possibly imagine, you might come up with something close to Francolin Cottages - Step out of your Self-Catering Cottages in Lake Naivasha and you’re on the Lake Naivasha ready to bask in the sun. It’s a dreamily handsome and luxurious rural escape which – thanks to its architect designed lines and gorgeous elevated position – is a head-turner for anyone who is looking for an exceptional base to enjoy an extra-peaceful holiday with their loved ones, we have something for every taste from bustling Lake Naivasha Self Catering Cottages to tranquil vacation hideaways. The self-catering cottages in Lake Naivasha scores highly on sustainability credentials too, having been built to an Eco Standards using locally sourced materials wherever possible, look out for all kinds of flora and fauna by day, and spectacular starry skies by night Noisy neighbors are not something you will be troubled by when staying at this beautiful self-catering cottages in Nakuru – Lake Naivasha. Unless you object to the neighbouring sheep, that is Lake Naivasha is surrounded by rolling green hills and green fields, with big views across lake Naivasha towards the Great rift valley ranges – Nakuru self catering cottages offer a balanced travel experience, head inland for some hiking or cultural exploration. A short walk up the hill behind the Francolin House will give you views as far as Lake Baringo on a clear day this gorgeous stone cottage is an idyllic holiday escape from the hustle and bustle of life. If you’re after intimacy consider self-catering cottages in Kenya, these houses offer the comforts of bush home with the luxury of a self-catering cottages.

Book your stay today!

Lake Naivasha hotels typically offers individual rooms with essential amenities while a house in Lake Naivasha provides more spacious accommodations with separate living, dining, and kitchen areas. Lake Naivasha house feel more like a bush home often catering to longer stays. Guests have greater privacy, self-sufficiency and flexibility in houses in Lake Naivasha while hotels in Lake Naivasha focus on convenience and services. The benefit of staying at a Lake Naivasha furnished house includes access to spacious rooms and various amenities, including fully-equipped kitchens, living areas, and even separate bedrooms. This creates a homey environment, ideal for longer stays or family vacations, Additionally the flexibility to cook meals and do laundry saves money and adds convenience. Furnished homes in Lake Naivasha often have prime locations allowing guests to experience local life while enjoying services like housekeeping and security. A Furnished home in Lake Naivasha cost or prices vary based on factors such as location, size, and amenities. At Francolin Cottages our prices or rates range when you stay at our Lake Naivasha Fully furnished house Also, know that long-term rental at serviced villas can provide more cost savings compared to hotels in Lake Naivasha for extended periods. We believe in creating a conducive and refined environment for our corporate partners and residents – which takes form in the best quality amenities in our serviced cottages and fully furnished cottages in Lake Naivasha and serviced cottages with household appliances while accommodating corporate relocation, we offer attractive rates comparable to hotel apartments in Lake Naivasha. Housekeeping services are also provided to ensure cleanliness and ease of stay for residents. Looking to enjoy our facilities but with limited time? Don’t worry, we do offer short term stay in our serviced cottages. Long-term visitors will also find our monthly serviced cottages offer exceptionally welcoming. Whether you’re looking for 1-bedroom cottage or 2-bedroom cottage or 3-bedroom cottage and 4-bedroom cottage we got you covered.

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